Waitrose recalls Chinese 6 Vegetable Spring Rolls because of undeclared sesame
- Affected
- Waitrose Chinese 6 Vegetable Spring Rolls
- The problem
- This product contains sesame making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to sesame.
- Allergen
- Sesame – not shown correctly on the label. Only a risk if you're allergic or intolerant to it.
- What to do
- If you have bought the above product and have an allergy to sesame or are avoiding the consumption of meat, do not eat it. Instead return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.
Products affected
Waitrose Chinese 6 Vegetable Spring Rolls
- Pack size: 216g
- Use by 6 January 2019
Risk
This product contains sesame making it a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to sesame.
Action taken by the company
Waitrose is recalling the above product from customers and has contacted the relevant allergy support organisations, which will tell their members about the recall. The company has also issued a point-of-sale notice to its customers. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.
What you should do
If you have bought the above product and have an allergy to sesame or are avoiding the consumption of meat, do not eat it. Instead return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.
More information
Waitrose is recalling Chinese 6 Vegetable Spring Rolls because some packs may contain Duck Spring Rolls, which contain sesame and meat (duck) which are not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to sesame, and also should not be eaten by those avoiding the consumption of meat.
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 2 January 2019. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.